Job Title: Purchasing Specialist
Job Description

The Purchasing Specialist will play a crucial role in managing inventory and facilitating communication between various departments. The role involves gathering cycle counts from warehouse workers across multiple facilities, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring accurate inventory records in the ERP system. The specialist will also run ad hoc counts for high-risk items, enter production entries, and coordinate inter-company transfers to streamline material flow.

ResponsibilitiesGather cycle counts from warehouse workers at all 11 facilities and work with operations and buyers to investigate discrepancies.Enter adjustments into the ERP system to maintain accurate inventory records.Run ad hoc counts as needed for high-risk items, missing inventory, low inventory, and new suppliers.Enter production entries to utilize loose or stranded inventory to create usable kits.Ensure accurate on-hand pipe inventory is reflected in Sage by accounting for all pipe cutting and subbing.Make scrap adjustments per Purchasing Management instruction, ensuring all approvals and documentation are stored for compliance.Coordinate with operations daily to facilitate inter-company transfers required for efficient material flow in the demand process.Assist with facilitating effective and efficient communication between CSRs, Operations, and Purchasing.Perform additional responsibilities as needed.Essential SkillsProficiency in data entry and inventory management.Experience with ERP systems and supply chain processes.Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel.Strong communication skills.Ability to work effectively in an office setting.1-3 years of relevant experience.Additional Skills & QualificationsStrong computer skills.Work Environment

The role is based in an office setting and involves regular coordination with operations and purchasing teams. The position requires strong communication skills and proficiency in computer-based tasks, particularly using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hauppauge,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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